Introduction to Sonography and Patient Care offers today,,s students the training and real-world imaging experience they need to master sonography content and competencies, sets the stage for students to excel on certification exams and succeed in their professional careers. This engaging, reader-friendly book provides a powerful bridge to practice, focusing throughout on giving students a first-hand look at how they will apply their training in a clinical setting. Mirroring JRC-DMS standards in every chapter, the book provides a full overview of need-to-know content delivered at a level appropriate for future sonographers. The text includes topics often omitted in other texts, such as basic physics principles, instrumentation, knobology, patient positioning, professionalism and work ethic, equipment care, quality assurance, and legal essentials -Real-world applications are called out in every chapter, providing a compelling bridge to practice. -Content and competencies aligned with Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS) standards demonstrate real-world applications and help prepare students for the challenges of sonography education and clinical practice. -A detailed section on Patient Care is supplemented by online resources that provide a clear, complete overview of this important topic. -Online case studies bring topics to life and reinforce key concepts. -Sound off boxes highlight important information.

-Chapter objectives, review questions, critical thinking exercises, and key terms set the stage for student success. -Lesson Plans, PowerPoints, and other time-saving instructors resources make the book easy to use in the classroom.